Realme 12 vs Realme GT7
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e; launch prices were $200 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 47/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12
Realme GT7
What makes Realme 12 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $420
- Better portability (68/100 vs 53/100)
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Realme GT7, the Realme GT7 scores 30 points higher (77/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme 12 — 54/100, Realme GT7 — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (84/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (61/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (90/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (68/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 | Realme GT7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 2415876 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 2233 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 7478 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $420 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 and Realme GT7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Realme 12 by 78.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $220. Realme 12 was $220 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (84/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (84/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (61/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (90/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (68/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 30 points (77/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Realme GT7?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Realme GT7 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.